Trump airport name change is coming to Palm Beach in July

Palm Beach International Airport will officially be renamed for President Donald Trump in July, with its airport code set to change from PBI to DJT later this summer.Show Caption

Palm Beach International Airport will be renamed for President Donald Trump in July 2026.The change is mandated by a Florida law passed in March.The airport's code will change from PBI to DJT in August 2026.Palm Beach International Airport in Florida will officially be renamed for President Donald Trump in July.According to the airport's operator, the move is in response to a Florida law passed in March that requires the name to be updated to President Donald J. Trump International Airport.An FAQ on the airport's website says that final approval of the change is expected to come from the Federal Aviation Administration on July 9, but adds that it may take longer for signage and other information to be updated."Although the required name change will become effective July 9, 2026, transition activities, including updates to signage, branding and public‑facing materials, will occur in phases," the FAQ says. "Airport operations and services will continue without interruption."The airport's International Air Transport Association (IATA) code will be updated to DJT later this summer, on Aug. 18."The new IATA code will be reflected in airline reservation systems, ticketing, baggage tags and related industry platforms once the change takes effect," the FAQ says.The airport's current IATA code is PBI. After it is changed, passengers should use DJT to search for the airport when making airline reservations.The FAA and International Civil Aviation Organization will also update their identifier codes to DJT.The name change has not been without controversy.Shortly after the Florida law was passed, the president moved to trademark the phrase Donald J. Trump International Airport and the DJT identifier code, meaning Palm Beach County had to enter into a licensing agreement to use the legally required new name. The FAQ addresses that controversy directly.It also nods to broader concerns about the political climate around the name change."While we recognize that the required name change may be received in different ways by our passengers, we’re grateful for your continued support through this transition period. We remain committed to serving all passengers and ensuring a positive travel experience," the FAQ says. "While some things may evolve over time, our core focus remains the same: providing a safe, reliable and welcoming airport experience."Zach Wichter is a travel reporter and writes the Cruising Altitude column for USA TODAY. He is based in New York and you can reach him at zwichter@usatoday.com.